Record-high temperatures this summer mean that the 2021 fire season, which is well underway in several states, is likely to be devastating. As of July 22, 79 large fires and complexes have burned 1,448,053 acres, and more than 21,700 wildland firefighters and support personnel are assigned to wildfires across the United States. Keep Reading
This unique four-part series highlights how S&T and its partners across government are mobilizing research and development (R&D) teams to reduce risks from natural and human-induced disasters. Keep Reading
DHS continues to review other paused border barrier projects presenting life, safety, environmental, or other remediation needs and will continue to conduct environmental planning. Keep Reading
Certain family units who are not able to be expelled under Title 42 will now be placed in expedited removal proceedings. Keep Reading
Transportation Security Administration officers at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport stopped two handguns from being brought onboard airplanes in recent days. Keep Reading
As part of CISA’s ongoing response to Pulse Secure compromises, CISA has analyzed 13 malware samples related to exploited Pulse Secure devices. Keep Reading
The overall mission of the program is to build cybersecurity resiliency and to harden the defenses of the U.S. and its strategic partners. The program enables actionable, relevant, and timely unclassified information exchange through trusted public-private partnerships across all critical infrastructure sectors. Keep Reading
The Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Indiana Explosive Detection Canine Program is hosting its annual Multi-Agency K9 Training Event in Muncie on Tuesday, July 27. Keep Reading
These are the first contracts CBP is terminating since DHS released its Plan for Use of Border Barrier Funds, which lays out the guiding principles framing decisions related to border barrier construction, including ending wall expansion to the extent permitted by law. Keep Reading
The Coast Guard Mentoring Program began in May with innovative ways -- in addition to the traditional one-on-one mentorships between junior and senior members -- for service members to build relationships, get career support, and prepare for leadership roles. Keep Reading
The procurement shop at the National Institutes of Health has apparently satisfied several early complaints over the solicitation for the $50 billion CIO-SP4 IT services contract. Keep Reading
Acting administrator said daily airport passenger volumes are finally nearing, and occasionally exceeding, pre-pandemic levels. Keep Reading
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) has found that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) did not always protect traveler data from cybersecurity risks, despite a responsibility to do so. Keep Reading
Dockery joined TSA in October 2002 and was instrumental in the establishment of TSA at IAH. He was a union representative with the American Federation of Government Employees and is remembered by his team as a man of great character. Keep Reading
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport now participates in the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) PreCheck® program, which allows eligible travelers to leave on their shoes, light outerwear and belt, keep their laptop in its case, and keep 3-1-1 compliant liquids/gels in a carry-on bag during the screening process. Keep Reading
Building on the success of 8(a) STARS II, 8(a) STARS III features a pool of small, disadvantaged businesses (SDB) industry partners who specialize in emerging technologies which allow government agencies to access cutting edge solutions to accomplish IT missions. Keep Reading
I&A is expanding its intelligence and information analysis, production, and sharing capabilities; ensuring state and local partners have the information they need to protect their local communities, while also protecting privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties. Keep Reading
Consistent with this order, DHS will continue to accept the filing of both initial and renewal DACA requests, as well as accompanying requests for employment authorization. Keep Reading
A Coast Guard member emphatically stated to Mayorkas, “Mr. Secretary, we revere Admiral Ray.” Keep Reading
"Through dedication to duty and leading by example, these individuals inspire others while advancing the Coast Guard's outstanding service to the nation," commandant said. Keep Reading